Feed Industry

The government has identified opportunities in feed production, poultry health, farm inputs and distribution.

Feed and grain groups will partner to connect members with courses, industry events and resources offered by each.

The agreement spans feed, hatcheries, farming, processing, cold chain and distribution.

The company had previously announced plans to acquire 65% of EL.VI.Z, with a further 35% stake planned to be acquired within three years.

RCL Foods said a Salmonella recall also disrupted pet food production, causing stock write-offs and hurting second-half earnings.

Companies can access nearly 16,000 tonnes of the country’s stored protein feed reserves from September 1, 2026, through February 2027.

The acquisition expands access to local grain and strengthens Kalmbach’s feed, pet food and ingredient operations.

The ambition highlights the need to strengthen Ethiopia’s local feed manufacturing capacity as poultry production expands.

The project was officially opened on August 5, with representatives from Imas attending the ceremony.

The initiative also seeks to reduce the Southeast’s dependence on crops traditionally associated with northern Nigeria.